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Searching Dearborn for the Most Beautiful Holiday Lights

November 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Dearborn Christmas Lights Contest

DEARBORN, Michigan – The City Beautiful Commission’s annual “Dearborn Aglow” holiday home decoration judging for 2011 will be taking place Saturday, December 10, Sunday, December 11 and Monday, December 12 from 6 to 10p.m. each evening. Commissioners will be out searching the neighborhoods for the most impressive Christmas holiday light and decoration displays. You can also nominate your home or your neighbors’ homes until 5 p.m. Thursday, December 8. Call 313-943-2415 or email citybeautiful@ci.dearborn.mi.us Winners will be recognized at a ceremony in January and … [Read more...]

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Holiday Celebrations in Glass – Glassblowing Show Dec. 3,4

November 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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DEARBORN, Michigan - Artists at the Glass Academy open their studio doors in celebration of the Holidays, showcasing live glassblowing demonstrations and unique hand crafted glass for sale in Dearborn, MI.  Holiday Celebrations in Glass takes place December 3rd & 4th from 10-6pm. Admission is free for all ages show with featuring many mid-range items from $14-$150 along with options for custom orders. The show takes place at the Glass Academy, located at 25331 Trowbridge, near Gulley Road and Michigan Avenue in West Dearborn. “New this year will be our signature Snowman. This … [Read more...]

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Co-op Services Credit Union Partners With Salvation Army

November 29, 2011 By 1 Comment
Co-Op Credit Services

DEARBORN, Michigan – In an effort to help those in need during the holiday season, Co-op Services Credit Union is partnering with Greater Media Detroit to support The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Drive. Now through December 18, people who visit any of Co-op Services eight branches throughout metro Detroit can donate $1 to receive a paper Red Kettle to sign and display at the credit union. “The growing display of Red Kettles in our lobbies during the holiday season shows the tremendous generosity of members and staff who readily help others less fortunate in our community,” … [Read more...]

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Salvation Army Launches $8.2 Million Red Kettle Campaign

November 9, 2011 By 3 Comments
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DETROIT, Michigan — The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit will launch its annual Red Kettle Campaign throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties on Friday, Nov. 11. This year’s goal is $8.2 million, a figure needed to ensure the organization can continue providing more than 3 million meals and nearly 700,000 nights of shelter each year to the less fortunate. The annual Red Kettle Campaign is launching on the heels of statistics released by the U.S. Census Bureau in September, indicating Michigan’s poverty rate is 16.8 percent, the highest it has been in four decades, with median … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Aglow December 11-13

December 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Dearborn Aglow. Homeowners encouraged to display Christmas holiday lights.

DEARBORN, Mich. – Dearborn homeowners are encouraged to turn on their holiday lights Saturday, December 11 through Monday, December 13 for the City Beautiful Commission’s annual “Dearborn Aglow” holiday home decoration judging for 2010. Judging will take place 6 -10 p.m. each night. Commissioners will be out searching the neighborhoods for the most impressive Christmas holiday light and decoration displays. Nominations also will be taken until 5 p.m. Thursday, December 9. Call 313-943-2415 or email: citybeautiful@ci.dearborn.mi.us. The “Dearborn Aglow” Awards … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Historical Museum Hosts Victorian Christmas Open House Friday, December 3

December 2, 2010 By 1 Comment
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DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn Historical Museum is hosting a Victorian Christmas open house 1-7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, at the Museum’s Commandant’s Quarters, 21950 Michigan Avenue (corner of Mason). The free event features Christmas music, holiday decorations and refreshments. Children's activities, including holiday crafts and a visit with Santa, take place from 4-7 p.m.  For more information, call 313.565.3000. … [Read more...]

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Rotary Club of Dearborn Hosts Annual Santa Snaps

December 1, 2010 By 1 Comment

DEARBORN, Mich. - The Rotary Club of Dearborn will hold its annual Santa Snaps outreach and community service project from Thanksgiving through December 23 at the end of the Wayne County Light Fest on Edward Hines Drive. Santa Snaps is a long standing tradition that has received rave reviews from toddlers who meet Santa for the first time. Over the years, Santa and his helpers have brought cheer to many a heart, including the couples who have chosen the event to stage surprise marriage proposals on Santa's lap. Money raised ($7/photo) is used for Rotary projects including scholarships for … [Read more...]

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Hot Spots to Donate Toys for Tots

November 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Toys for Tots

DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn City Clerk’s office is accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys for the annual “Toys for Tots” program. Toys will be accepted through Tuesday, December 14. Collected toys will be given to the Toys for Tots program, which is organized by the Marine Corps Reserves, who will distribute them to needy children throughout Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Garden City and a portion of Allen Park. Local Marine Corps League Dearborn Detachment # 152 is assisting with the program. Additional locations for donating toys to the "Toys for Tots" program are shown … [Read more...]

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Wanted: Official Dearborn Christmas Tree

October 28, 2010 By 1 Comment
The City of Dearborn is looking for an official 2010 Christmas tree.

DEARBORN, Mich. — The hunt is on for the City of Dearborn’s official 2010 Christmas tree. Dearborn residents are invited to submit their trees for consideration for the honor – and this year, one is needed earlier than usual. The city’s Treelighting Ceremony and Sing-along is Monday, Nov. 22. It is free and open to the public. The earlier date for this annual event coincides with the Festival of Trees, which is a popular holiday exhibit and an important fundraiser for Children’s Hospital of Michigan. The Festival of Trees will be on display Nov. 21 through Nov. 28 at … [Read more...]

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Westborn Market Promotes Pride of Michigan Gift Baskets

December 9, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Pride of Michigan Gift Basket

DEARBORN – If you’re one of those last minute shoppers still searching for an ideal gift for that “hard to buy for” family member or friend, Westborn Market encourages you to visit its online store at www.westbornmarket.com or any of its three retail locations in Berkley, Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan. “This year we’re including more homespun, hand packed items in our gift baskets—unique products that you won’t find readily available in other stores,” said Jeff Anusbigian, one of three brothers who manages the independent, family-owned gourmet grocer.  “Our designers … [Read more...]

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